Module 6: Report Writing

Module 6 Goals and Learning Objectives

Module 6 Goals

Module 6 shows CASAs how to take information that has been gathered about a case, outline a written report, and use the Early Childhood Checklist to ensure CASA reports communicate the needs of young children and their developmental needs effectively.

Learning Objectives

After completing Module 6, CASAs will be able to:

• • Gather factual information to aid the court in making a decision regarding the child’s best interest

  • Document reasonable efforts to prevent removal of the child from the child’s home or in reunifying the child with the child’s family

  • Document CASA activities, contacts, and efforts to advocate for child

  • Organize all relevant information for the court report so that the court can discern that the child’s interests have been considered and documented

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